Articles Tagged ‘saving money’

Saving Secrets of the Wealthy
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
Many believe that people who have recently come into money (termed “nouveau riche”) are easily recognizable from “old money,” or people that have been wealthy for generations. Here is some advice about money saving strategies of the wealthy. What makes these nouveau riche stand out is the level to which they spend and show off all their newly acquired items - from flashy sports cars to outlandish homes. In comparison, many very wealthy families are far more inconspicuous. For many of these families, the focus is on purchasing quality that lasts a long time - not on the newest trendy car...

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Pinching Pennies on Your Grocery Bills
Thursday, July 8th, 2010
In these challenging economic times we’re all looking to get the most out of our family budgets, and to stretch our dollars as far as they’ll go. When we search for areas where we can cut back, our food budgets aren’t always the first thing that comes to mind. But there are a number of easy steps that you can take to “pinch pennies” and get the most out of your spending on groceries. When it comes to saving money on groceries, there's a lot more that you can do than merely cut out coupons from your Sunday paper....

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Money Saving Ideas For The Summer
Monday, June 14th, 2010
Summer is almost here and it is a great time for the entire family to have fun. If you are worried about budget constraints putting a damper on your summer fun, worry no more. There are many activities and places you can frequent as a family without breaking your banking account. Here is some advice and ideas for your summer fun. If you have an active family, you can enjoy family bike rides or family hikes. You can visit the local park to ride bikes together on an approved bike path. Parks also provide a great atmosphere for picnicking. After...

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Tips To Get Your Spending Under Control
Friday, May 14th, 2010
Many of us purchase something on an impulse without giving it much careful planning or forethought. Doing this can get you into big financial trouble. This doesn’t mean you can’t buy anything fun, it just means you need to have a good handle on your discretionary income, or money that you have left over after paying necessary expenses. There are many ways to control impulse purchases and prevent getting yourself into debt. Here is some advice to get your spending under control. There will be no shortage of bad days, but rather than seeing material things as a way to...

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Teach Children About Saving Money Early
Monday, April 26th, 2010
It is never too early to teach your children about the importance of money. Your instruction can help them begin a life of fiscal responsibility that they can teach to their children. Here is some advice about how to teach your children about saving money. Money is not the most important thing in the world, but it is useful throughout your life. Money pays the bills and also allows you to buy things that you want and have worked hard for. Managing money teaches responsibility, patience, planning and discipline. These are all character traits that benefit you in other areas...

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Financial Advice for Young Adults
Thursday, April 8th, 2010
There are many ways to prepare for your future financially. Some ways are simple and don’t require much thought. Some are major investments that you could make to better your life. Here is some advice to get you started. One rule about money is to plan ahead. It’s always best to have extra money put away for emergencies. Also, beginning to save early can make major purchases more easily accessible to you. Some of these major purchases include your first car, college, a house, or other things you might want to buy. Saving early will also relieve some of the...

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Become a Careful Spender
Saturday, March 13th, 2010
It seems like an easy task, but saving is hard - especially in these tough economic times. You may barely have enough money to pay your bills, let alone save money for a rainy day. But, cheer up, anyone can become a thrifty spender. Here is some advice to get started. The first thing that most families do is to create a budget. If you already have one, it may be time to re-evaluate it in light of your current financial situation. There is always some tweaking that can be done. Spend your money wisely and choose Webster online banking...

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Kids Allowance
Thursday, March 11th, 2010
Do you have a child? When you are teaching them about right and wrong, throw in a lesson or two about money. Here is some advice on how to teach them about it. Money is important in the world because it is how things are bought and sold. Money, in and of itself, doesn’t bring security but knowing how to use it does. Even at a young age, if your kids can handle doing chores around the house, then maybe it is time for them to have an allowance. Even with the economy, you don’t have to go overboard with...

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Money Saving Ideas for Families
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
Money isn’t always readily available for such things as expensive outings and activities for you and your family. With the uncertainty of the economy these days, more and more families are searching for free, frugal and money-saving ideas in order to keep the family having fun together without breaking the bank. Here is some advice and options to keep your family activities happening without the costly aspect some choices may have.
  • Your local community may have a “Parks and Recreation” website or booklet available to residents. These usually include a variety of activities in different price ranges, from free to...

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  • Saving Raises
    Thursday, February 11th, 2010
    It may have been a while since you've seen your last raise due to corporate cutbacks, but things may open up shortly. It feels great to get a raise. It makes us feel like we’re being rewarded for all our hard work. It provides an incentive to keep doing a good job. And most of all, it puts more money in our pockets. It can be tempting to start spending more money when we get a raise. Just a few extra dollars on each paycheck can make it possible to go out to eat once a week or start building...

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